British Redcoats

David Walsh (author)

Description

For over 200 years, the British redcoats were the most feared infantry on Earth. The discipline with which they fought was enough to defeat almost any foe. Readers will learn about the history, training, and weapons that made them such effective soldiers.

Reading Level

Lexile

620L

Fountas Pinnell Guided Reading

O

ATOS

3.9

DRA

34

Categories

Genre

Cultural/Diversity
Military
People & Places

Interest Age

Ages 6-8
Ages 9-12

Grade

3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade

Subject

Social Studies

Language

English (US)

Fiction/Non-Fiction

Non-Fiction

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